{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Paisley IB Magnet School","outOfStateSupporters":25.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9465121,"projectId":9705864,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Quality Math Resources and Manipulatives for Deeper Student Understanding. Your generosity has truly made a meaningful difference in my 6th-grade math classroom here in Winston-Salem.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have access to high-quality math tools—dry erase boards, coordinate grid maps, long division practice boards, graph paper, headphones, and sturdy pencils—that allow them to see and touch the math they are learning. These materials have transformed the way my students participate in lessons and how they build confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nHow is the technology helping students learn?\r\nThe wired headphones have been one of the most impactful resources. Many of my students work through digital math stations or replay instructional videos at their own pace. With the headphones, they can focus without distraction, listen closely to modeled steps, and revisit explanations whenever they need to. This simple technology is helping students take ownership of their learning and develop independence—something that isn't always visible to those outside the classroom, but makes an enormous difference day to day.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about the new resources?\r\nStudents are absolutely energized by the hands-on materials. The Write-and-Wipe coordinate maps and long division dry erase boards have become the class favorites. Instead of feeling intimidated by graphing or multi-step division, students now enjoy practicing because they can erase mistakes quickly and keep trying. The graph paper and fresh pencils make their work feel clean and organized—small details that boost pride in their math thinking.\r\n\r\nOne student even said, \"It's like we get to do real mathematician work!\" Moments like that remind me why these tools are so powerful.\r\n\r\nAre there particular students who have especially warmed to the new tools?\r\nYes—several of my struggling learners have shown remarkable growth. One student who typically shuts down during division lessons has become one of the first to grab a long-division dry erase board. The wipeable format makes the work feel safe and approachable, and he now volunteers to explain his thinking to the class.\r\n\r\nAnother student who often doodles instead of completing assignments is suddenly more engaged, especially with the coordinate plane resources. She loves plotting points and graphing shapes, and she stays focused much longer when she has the write-and-wipe map in her hands.\r\n\r\nThese small but powerful changes are possible because your donation bridged the gap between what students needed and what we had.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has not only supported learning—it has sparked confidence, curiosity, and joy in math. As a Filipino educator committed to making math accessible and meaningful for all students, I cannot thank you enough for helping create a classroom where each child feels equipped to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1758647268619,"projectUrl":"project/quality-math-resources-and-manipulatives/9705864/","projectTitle":"Quality Math Resources and Manipulatives for Deeper Student Understanding","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mañalac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9465121_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707967044376","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9465121"},{"teacherId":9465121,"projectId":9276091,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support of our 6th Grade Math classroom. As the materials arrived—dry erase markers, sharpeners, graphing papers and boards, pencils, math manipulatives, and a classroom board organizer—my students grew increasingly excited. Before opening the boxes, we had a meaningful discussion about the importance of caring for these resources and appreciating that many students will benefit from them over time.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the supplies, their faces lit up with joy and amazement. They were thrilled to know that kind donors, including familiar faces from a TV series they enjoy, contributed to their learning environment. This generosity has inspired a strong sense of gratitude and excitement in our classroom.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, I am confident these new resources will enrich our lessons and projects. More importantly, I believe the students will carry with them the valuable lesson of appreciating blessings and opportunities. It is my hope that this mindset will stay with them, nurturing gratitude in their minds and hearts for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for making such a positive impact on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1746664457320,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-our-hands-making-concepts-click/9276091/","projectTitle":"Math in Our Hands: Making Concepts Click With Manipulatives!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mañalac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9465121_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707967044376","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9465121"},{"teacherId":9575164,"projectId":9024838,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project! My students were thrilled when the new supplies arrived—there were gasps of excitement as we unpacked the colorful markers, crayons, and brand-new composition books. Immediately, students began brainstorming ways they could use the materials in our upcoming science unit. One student exclaimed, \"Now our notebooks can actually show how fun science is!\" These resources have transformed our classroom into a more vibrant and creative space where every student feels empowered to express their ideas.\r\n\r\nWe recently began a unit on Earth Systems, and thanks to your donations, students were able to dive into a hands-on group project creating interactive anchor charts that focused on important vocabulary for the rock cycle. The composition books have become a hub for all their thinking—from daily warm-ups to detailed diagrams and reflections on their experiments. One memorable moment was watching a group of students huddled around a chart, using the new markers to carefully sketch and label each part of a local ecosystem. Their pride in their work was so evident, and it's clear that these supplies have made learning more accessible and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll be using these tools to support student-led investigations as part of our IB curriculum. Our next project involves exploring how human activities impact the environment, and students will use their notebooks to track observations, create visual models, and share their findings. Because of your generosity, they have the tools they need to take ownership of their learning and to collaborate meaningfully with one another. Your gift has not only enriched our science classroom—it has helped foster a love for learning that will stay with my students for years to come.\r\n\r\nWith deepest gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1736043100513,"projectUrl":"project/stem-learners-need-books-and-ink/9024838/","projectTitle":"STEM Learners Need Books and Ink","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9575164_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719160566103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9575164"},{"teacherId":8527395,"projectId":9264683,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Crochet Club project! When my students first saw the new yarns, hooks, and pattern guides, their faces lit up with excitement—they couldn't wait to get started. The materials made the project feel real and special, inspiring them to put their best effort into every stitch.\r\nOne memorable moment was when a student carefully explained to the group how to follow a pattern to make a hat, showing pride in mastering a new skill while knowing it would bring comfort to chemo patients. The sense of purpose really motivated everyone.\r\nNext, our students will be working on more intricate blanket patterns for the Ronald McDonald House, building on their growing skills and teamwork. We plan to incorporate lessons on empathy and community service alongside the crafting, helping students connect their creativity to making a real difference.\r\nThanks again for helping bring this meaningful project to life—your support truly makes a heartfelt impact in our classroom and beyond!","fullyFundedDate":1746461915953,"projectUrl":"project/paisley-crochet-crew/9264683/","projectTitle":"Paisley Crochet Crew","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Whatley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8527395_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688415714963","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8527395"},{"teacherId":9553563,"projectId":8693072,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our sincere gratitude for your generous contributions that made our Technology Free Makerspace Event a reality. Your support helped create a vibrant, hands-on experience for our school community during a 4-day event that truly made a difference for our students.\r\n\r\nStudents in grades 6–10 enthusiastically participated by choosing from a variety of craft stations, including bracelet making, origami, coloring, mini-book creation, and finger knitting.\r\n\r\nThese activities allowed them to explore their interests in a relaxed setting where they could either collaborate with their peers or work independently. Throughout the event, students practiced inquiry-based learning and expressed their creativity in numerous fun and innovative ways.\r\n\r\nMoreover, the supplies purchased with your donations will continue to contribute to our makerspace programming within the library. This new addition will foster ongoing collaboration with teachers across every department, further enriching our educational environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your vital role in enhancing our learning community. Your support not only empowered the creativity of our students during the event but also set the stage for future partnerships and initiatives that will benefit our entire school.","fullyFundedDate":1729454946869,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-a-no-tech-makerspace/8693072/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning: A No-Tech Makerspace Family Event","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Somers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9553563_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716576478492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pagesofhope"},{"teacherId":9465121,"projectId":8911735,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, my 6th-grade mathematicians in Winston-Salem now have the tools they need to engage more deeply and confidently with math every day.\r\n\r\nHow are you and your students using the new resources?\r\nWe've been using the new supplies during interactive math rotations and small group instruction. The dry erase markers, long division boards, and coordinate grid maps have been especially helpful during our current unit on coordinate planes and multi-digit division. One of my favorite classroom moments was watching students work in pairs using the Write and Wipe Coordinate Maps to graph and identify points—it turned into a lively game of \"Math Battleship\" that got everyone involved and excited to participate!\r\n\r\nHow did your students react when they first saw the materials?\r\nTheir eyes lit up! Some even cheered when I handed them their own pre-sharpened pencils and dry erase markers. For many of them, this was the first time they had their own set of clean, organized math tools. One student exclaimed, \"We get to use real graph paper?!\" It may seem small, but these moments made a huge impact on their motivation and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nWhat are the next steps for your students on a current classroom lesson or project?\r\nRight now, we're diving deeper into graphing on the coordinate plane and applying long division to real-world word problems. Thanks to the new materials, students are working more independently and collaborating with each other using the headphones for instructional videos and digital math stations. Up next, we'll be creating our own coordinate plane \"treasure maps\" and using long division dry erase boards to solve math mysteries hidden in the maps!\r\n\r\nAs a Filipino educator, it's my mission to make math meaningful and empowering. Your support has helped me create a space where every student can succeed—and feel excited about learning. Thank you for believing in us and being part of our classroom journey!","fullyFundedDate":1732791715086,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-motion-tools-for-active-learnin/8911735/","projectTitle":"Math in Motion: Tools for Active Learning and Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mañalac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9465121_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707967044376","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9465121"},{"teacherId":8527395,"projectId":8782855,"letterContent":"My students and I have been using the new resources—specifically the SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) coping skills bins—for each grade level, and they've had a positive impact in our classroom. One specific project we worked on was a \"Coping Skills Poster\" that students created after using the bins. Each student selected a coping tool from their grade-level bin, such as deep breathing exercises, mindfulness techniques, or positive affirmations, and then illustrated and described how they use that tool when they're feeling anxious, upset, or stressed. \r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were excited and curious. The bins are filled with sensory toys, stress-relief items, calming visual aids, and mood trackers, which caught their attention right away. Many students immediately began exploring the items, and they were eager to discuss how they could use each one to handle tough emotions. Some even took it a step further by sharing personal strategies and how the tools could help their classmates.\r\n\r\nFor the next steps in this lesson, my students are working on creating a \"Classroom Coping Skills Chart\" that we can hang up in our room. This will serve as a constant reminder for everyone to utilize their coping tools when needed. I'm also planning to integrate role-playing activities, where students practice using the tools in various scenarios. The SEL bins have not only given them a tangible way to manage emotions, but it's also helped foster a supportive and empathetic classroom environment. \r\n\r\nOverall, it's been a rewarding experience, and I know my students feel more confident about handling their emotions moving forward.","fullyFundedDate":1733297588226,"projectUrl":"project/our-school-sel-bins/8782855/","projectTitle":"Our School SEL Bins","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Whatley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8527395_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688415714963","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8527395"},{"teacherId":9698868,"projectId":8691099,"letterContent":"You donations which enabled me to add audio capabilities to classroom activities has resulted in increased engagement from my students on assignments that require listening to audio, watching videos and recording audio.\r\n\r\nThe sense of privacy they gain from everyone wearing headsets has boosted their enthusiasm for the assignments that require these capabilities. AND has boosted their scores on those assignments.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your assistance with this project.\r\n\r\n(I will add photos to this \"Thank you\" when I can, winter weather has disrupted our schedule since the beginning of the calendar year.)","fullyFundedDate":1726665881770,"projectUrl":"project/deutsch-lernen-mit-audio/8691099/","projectTitle":"Deutsch Lernen Mit Audio!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ledford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9698868"},{"teacherId":9132719,"projectId":8479636,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our school community, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in providing essential items for our classroom. Your kindness and commitment to education have made an incredible difference in our students' lives.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, our classroom has headphones, pencils, loose-leaf paper, and Kleenex. These resources have created a more engaging and supportive learning environment where students can thrive academically and personally.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, these items are more than just tools—they represent opportunities to dream bigger, learn deeper, and achieve more.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds us that we are not alone in our efforts to build a brighter future for our students. You are helping to close gaps and provide equitable opportunities for every child, regardless of their circumstances.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for believing in our mission and investing in our students' potential. Your impact is immeasurable, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1729622749344,"projectUrl":"project/lets-help-our-scholars-have-a-fantastic/8479636/","projectTitle":"Let's Help Our Scholars Have A Fantastic School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9132719_orig.jpg?crop=473,474,x0,y44&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690913083875","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9132719"},{"teacherId":9827901,"projectId":8923139,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express our gratitude for your generous donation of markers and headphones with microphones. Your support has made a great impact on our classroom and has significantly enhanced the learning experience for each of my students.\r\n\r\nThe markers have brought vibrant creativity into our lessons. Whether used for brainstorming sessions, illustrating concepts, or collaborative projects, they have given students the tools to express their ideas visually and engage more deeply in their work. \r\n\r\nThe headphones with microphones, however, have been a true game-changer. They have allowed us to integrate technology into our lessons in a meaningful way, enabling students to practice Spanish language skills, participate in virtual discussions, and work on personalized learning programs without distractions. For some of my students who struggle with communication, these tools have opened new doors for self-expression and confidence. \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your kindness and support. The impact of your donation extends far beyond the classroom walls, touching the lives of every student and creating a foundation for their future success. 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